2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
